Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine
Cowboy Butter Chicken Linguine is a soul-satisfying dish that melds tender chicken in a creamy, buttery sauce with al dente linguine. Infused with fresh garlic and zesty lemon, each bite delivers a burst of flavor reminiscent of cherished family gatherings. This recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. Dive into this culinary delight and savor a meal that will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Boil salted water, add linguine, and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken, season with paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for 7-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove chicken; add more butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Once fragrant, stir in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Return chicken to skillet with linguine; toss well to coat in sauce. Stir in lemon juice just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 635
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 155mg